Patrick D. Yoshinaga

Patrick D. Yoshinaga, OD, MPH is an Associate Professor at the Southern California College of Optometry (SCCO) within Marshall B. Ketchum University. He serves as Chief of the Mary Ann Keverline Walls Low Vision Center and Low Vision Rehabilitative Service at University Eye Center, Ketchum Health.

His educational background includes:

• BS from Southern California College of Optometry
• OD from Southern California College of Optometry
• MPH from California State University, Fullerton

Dr. Yoshinaga's research integrates public health methodologies with clinical optometry, specializing in low vision rehabilitation systems, environmental vision adaptations, and ophthalmic optics applications. His work focuses on community-based vision care delivery models and accessibility solutions for visually impaired populations.

His professional honors include:

• Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO)
• Diplomate in Public Health and Environmental Vision Section

Dr. Yoshinaga has held significant leadership roles including Chair of the Vision Care Section of the American Public Health Association. His clinical experience spans private practice, Director of Contact Lens Services at USC Doheny Eye Institute, and coordinator of Nevada's Bureau of Services to the Blind and Visually Impaired Las Vegas Low Vision Clinic.